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Switzerland: Hardboard Market 2024

Hardboard Exports

Exports from Switzerland

In 2022, approx. X cubic meters of hardboard were exported from Switzerland; jumping by 345% against the previous year. In general, exports showed significant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 with an increase of 365%. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in years to come.

In value terms, hardboard exports skyrocketed to $X in 2022. Overall, exports continue to indicate significant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when exports increased by 448%. The exports peaked in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the near future.

Exports by Country

Germany (X cubic meters), Austria (X cubic meters) and the Czech Republic (X cubic meters) were the main destinations of hardboard exports from Switzerland, together comprising 80% of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Austria (with a CAGR of +148.8%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest markets for hardboard exported from Switzerland were Germany ($X), Austria ($X) and the Czech Republic ($X), together accounting for 80% of total exports.

In terms of the main countries of destination, the Czech Republic, with a CAGR of +337.6%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of exports, over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

The average hardboard export price stood at $X per cubic meter in 2022, picking up by 16% against the previous year. Over the period from 2012 to 2022, it increased at an average annual rate of +4.6%. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 an increase of 18% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices hit record highs in 2022 and is likely to see steady growth in the immediate term.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Russia ($X per cubic meter), while the average price for exports to France ($X per cubic meter) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Russia (+10.0%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Hardboard Imports

Imports into Switzerland

In 2022, supplies from abroad of hardboard increased by 79% to X cubic meters, rising for the third year in a row after two years of decline. In general, total imports indicated a moderate expansion from 2012 to 2022: its volume increased at an average annual rate of +2.8% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, imports increased by +98.2% against 2019 indices. As a result, imports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, hardboard imports soared to $X in 2022. Overall, total imports indicated modest growth from 2012 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +1.5% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, imports increased by +100.7% against 2019 indices. As a result, imports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Germany (X cubic meters) constituted the largest hardboard supplier to Switzerland, with a 54% share of total imports. Moreover, hardboard imports from Germany exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Austria (X cubic meters), twofold. Belgium (X cubic meters) ranked third in terms of total imports with an 8% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Germany totaled -1.7%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Austria (+68.4% per year) and Belgium (+28.0% per year).

In value terms, Germany ($X) constituted the largest supplier of hardboard to Switzerland, comprising 68% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Austria ($X), with a 12% share of total imports. It was followed by Belgium, with a 7.3% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from Germany was relatively modest. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Austria (+53.1% per year) and Belgium (+22.5% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The average hardboard import price stood at $X per cubic meter in 2022, stabilizing at the previous year. Overall, the import price saw a slight decrease. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 an increase of 6% against the previous year. The import price peaked at $X per cubic meter in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, import prices failed to regain momentum.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Germany ($X per cubic meter), while the price for Austria ($X per cubic meter) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Poland (+3.7%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced mixed trend patterns.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for hardboard in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of hardboard consumption, comprising approx. 38% of total volume. Moreover, hardboard consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Germany, sixfold. Belgium ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 6.1% share.

What are the largest producers of hardboard in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of hardboard production, comprising approx. 37% of total volume. Moreover, hardboard production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Germany, threefold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Belarus, with a 5.1% share.

What are the leading suppliers of hardboard to Switzerland?

In value terms, Germany constituted the largest supplier of hardboard to Switzerland, comprising 77% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Austria, with a 14% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of hardboard from Switzerland?

In value terms, Germany remains the key foreign market for hardboard exports from Switzerland, comprising 25% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Australia, with a 9.9% share of total exports. It was followed by Norway, with an 8.4% share.

What is the average export price for hardboard in Switzerland?

The average hardboard export price stood at $1,142 per cubic meter in 2021, declining by -13.2% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for hardboard in Switzerland?

The average hardboard import price stood at $825 per cubic meter in 2021, dropping by -17.7% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the hardboard market in Switzerland. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.

Product coverage:

FCL 1647 - Hardboard

Country coverage:

Switzerland

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Switzerland
Export and import prices
Market trends, drivers and restraints
Key market players and their profiles

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1. INTRODUCTION

Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business
1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
3. MARKET OVERVIEW

Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE
2. MARKET STRUCTURE
3. TRADE BALANCE
4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
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1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. PRODUCTION

The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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LIST OF TABLES
1. Key Findings In 2023
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
3. Market Value, 2012–2023
4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2023
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
2. Market Value, 2012–2023
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2023
8. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
9. Market Value Forecast to 2030
10. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
11. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
12. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
13. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
14. Production Volume And Growth
15. Exports And Growth
16. Export Prices And Growth
17. Market Size And Growth
18. Per Capita Consumption
19. Imports And Growth
20. Import Prices
21. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023